{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,N/A,22 Nov-2018};

An innovative and fast-growing group is seeking experienced and self-motivated persons to fill the following vacancy: Finance Officers

Job Summary

• Providing back office support in the finance department
• Update and monitor schedules of LCs issued by the company
• Daily update exchange rate in ERP reporting regularly on trends
• Generate internal documentation for negotiated forex transactions with banks
• Developing and managing financial models
• Serve as a liaison between finance and accounts departments on account reconciliations

Qualification Required & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, postgraduate degree in Finance and accounting, economics or any relevant business field
• Professional certification and membership will be an advantage but not required
• Proven work experience as a Finance Officer or similar role
• Solid knowledge of financial and accounting procedures
• Experience using financial software
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills
• Strong ethics, with an ability to manage confidential data

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Kindly send your resumes and applications to:

winningteam.hr@gmail.com

Stating the role you are applying for as the subject of the email

Closing Date: 22 November, 2018

{Partner Schools Worldwide (PSW),Ghana,Full-Time,GH,N/A,N/A,24 Oct-2018};

About Us

Partner Schools Worldwide (PSW) specialises in facilitating long term sustainable and ethical partnerships with organisations across the world. These genuine partnerships engage students, teachers and development professionals generating reciprocal educational value and mutual respect. We’re passionate about what we do and the impact we have across the world.

These visits provide the opportunity for students and teachers to work (and play!) together in a live environment with their peers from their partner school. Real life collaboration across a host of fun educational, cultural and sporting workshops as well as exciting community or conservation project work enables students from each country to gain a real understanding of each other’s perspectives and develop mutual respect as well as an appreciation of their own cultural heritage.

Role

We are in need of an experienced, organised, friendly & efficient Finance Manager to run the financial procedures of the Ghana-based operations. The Ghana-based operations consist of PSW Ghana’s tour operator activities, as well as the project work performed by the NGO Ghana operation. A self-starter with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills is a requirement of this role. You will report directly to the MD.

Key responsibilities include:-

Income/Expense Monitoring (for both PSW Ghana and NGO Ghana)

• Document and monitor expenditure from the Ghana Bank Accounts
• Ensure designated controls over handling cash are implemented and adhered to
• Perform a monthly bank reconciliation between PSW Ghana records with the bank statements
• Prepare monthly budgets for the funds required from PSW UK.
• Cross-check actual spend against the monthly budget requested and report differences to PSW UK so these can be built in to future budgets as required.

Account Preparation (for both PSW Ghana and NGO Ghana)

• Liaise with PSW UK finance staff & MD to produce year-end accounts
• Ensure local tax submissions are made on-time

Regulatory (for both PSW Ghana and NGO Ghana)

• Prepare any returns required by local travel regulators, obtain MD sign-off, and submit to regulator in a timely manner
• Prepare & submit local VAT returns in line with local requirements
• Ensure local regulations are adhered to and highlight to PSW UK any issues that may arise
• Ensuring that online database and paper filing systems are kept complete and up to date
Other (for both PSW Ghana and NGO Ghana)
• Working with finance staff in the UK to review & improve existing procedures
• Reporting any processing or staffing issues to PSW UK in a timely manner
• Monthly payroll processing from the bank directly to employees, maintaining payslip documentation and adhering to controls surrounding payroll

What Are We Looking For?

Personal Qualities

• Proactive and positive approach to work
• Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise
• Taking pride in what you do
• Communicate effectively

Skills & Experience

• Online database systems/spreadsheet experience
• Financial management
• Attention to detail

Compensation & Benefits

Monthly salary of 1000-1500 cedis depending on experience and qualifications.

Duration
Full time (busier periods are Easter, Summer and October half-term when more school trips take place)

Location: Ghana

How to Apply For the Job

Please submit a CV and covering letter to:

Expired Position

Closing Date: 24 October, 2018

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time, GH,ACCA / MBA ,6 years,26 Oct-2018};

Our client, a private holding company with investments in varied ventures in Ghana, Europe and other parts of the world is looking for an experience candidate to lead its financial department as the Chief Finance Officer. He will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.

Job Profile

The candidate should be a results oriented persons and must possess excellent leadership skills and

• High levels of initiative
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at senior levels and experience of writing board level reports
• Expert knowledge in strategic and operational/budgeting planning processes
• Proven financial leadership and strong people management skills
• Strategic planning and management experience
• Experience in change management and the ability to positively lead change
• Experience with loan documentation and tax related issues
• Strong understanding and experience of international financial reporting standards
• Good understanding of taxation legislation
• Excellent computer skills – MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, etc
• Good communication and presentation skills at executive level

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and staff development
• Financial and management reporting
• Strategic financial planning (short-term and long-term) & cash management
• Strategy & policy development
• Financial planning & implementation
• Budget preparation & control
• Cash Management
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Stakeholder relations & management
• Key performance indicators

Qualification Required & Experience

• Appropriate financial qualification – ACCA or equivalent
• MBA with a finance option will be an added advantage

Experience

• The applicant must possess not less than 6 years of experience
• Experience in the use of tally and ERP in a plus
• Highly skilled in IT

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested persons may apply via email by addressing their application to:

at.cfo.at@gmail.com

Closing Date: 26 October, 2018

{Unique Services,Accra,Full-Time, GH,DBS / HND / Degree,N/A,30 Oct-2018};

Unique Services is seeking to recruit a Financial Advisors.

Job Description:

• To drive sales and increase premium income of the company through prospecting & selling financial products to customers
• Prospecting for new clients & selling financial products to target market
• Working in a team to achieve sales target Responsible for representing company at field events such as conferences, seminars, exhibition, etc
• Preparing sales reports to Team Leaders
• Meet sales targets
• Prospecting& Selling financial products to a target market
• Working in a team to achieve a sales target
• Meet sales targets
• Sales& marketing of financial products
• Establish new sales points and servicing existing ones

Qualification Required and Experience

• DBS, HND or Degree

Competencies

• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent customer service
• Good negotiation and networking skills
• Good planning and presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Highly aggressive and high sense of integrity
• Ability to work under minimal supervision

Salary: Not Specified

Location: Accra

How to Apply For the Job

Interested applicants should apply with detailed curriculum vitae to:

uniquehr7@gmail.com

Shortlisted applicants would pick application form with a fee of GHS 30.00

Closing Date: 30 October, 201

{Liberty Consultant Ltd,Spintex – Accra,Full-Time,GH,HND/Degree,N/A,30 Sep-2018};

Liberty Consultant Ltd is seeking to recruit a Finance Officer.

Job Description:

• Assisting in the preparation of budgets
• Managing records and receipts
• Reconciling daily, monthly and yearly transactions
• Preparing balance sheets
• Processing invoices
• Developing an in-depth knowledge of organizational products and process
• Providing customer service to clients
• Resolve financial disputes raised by the customer service and sales teams
• Being a key point of contact for other departments on financial and accounting matters
• Supporting the Finance Manager and executives with projects and tasks when required

Qualification Required & Experience

• HND/First Degree Administration-Accounting & Finance

Salary: GHS 1200 – 1500

Location: Spintex, Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested persons should send CVs and applications to:

libertyconsult113@gmail.com

Closing Date: 30 September, 2018

{Ghana Institution Of Surveyors,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,27 Aug-2018};

THE INSTITUTION

The GhlS was established in 1969 as a professional body under the Professional Bodies Registration Decree 1973 (NRCD 143). The Institution is the only body in Ghana that secures the advancement and facilitates the acquisition of that knowledge which constitutes the Survey Profession and regulates its practice. It has three (3) distinct professional groupings, namely; Valuation and Estate Surveying Division, Quantity Surveying Division, and Land Surveying Division. It finances its operations mainly through subscriptions from its Members without any subvention-self- financing.

The Position (Job Function)

• The Head of Finance & Administration will report to the CEO or in his absence the Governing Council. He/she will be involved in implementing procedures, policies and regulations in the Institution’s budget, accounting, finance, administration and management.
• The Key Performance Areas will be as follows:
• Ensure that financial accounting records of all activities of the institution are maintained.
• Maintenance of sound operational and financial control system for the administration of the affairs of the institution.
• Ensure that accounting and data entry policies, procedures and controls are properly implemented by the finance department.
• Preparation of the annual budget process and design formats, assumptions and provide guidance to departments as needed to ensure timely completion of the budget process.
• Evaluate performance of employees in the Administration and Accounts Department.
• Review and approve all accounts reconciliation.
• Responsible for all schedules and analysis of accounts as required by independent auditors, and assist in the preparation for the external auditing of the institution.
• Preparation of Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Management Information reports reports on actual performance/budget for all responsibility centers.
• Preparation of staff payroll and monthly computation of PAVE, SSF and other Pension contributions for statutory returns.
• Advise on investment of idle funds and monitor them for maximum profitability.
• Oversight of the general administration and human resource needs of the Institution, including inventory management.
• The generation, expansion and growth of the institution’s income and maintaining financial prudence and accountability.
• Assist with setting and implementing the agenda reflected by the institution’s broad Strategic Plan.
• Contribute to membership growth as well as satisfaction of members.
• The general execution of the functions of a Head of Administration & Finance in accordance with lawful and ethical standards, policies and procedures of the Institution.
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the CEO or Governing Council.

Terms Of Engagement

• Are as determined by the Governing Council (GC)consistent with the institution’s policies.
• Salary and fringe benefits are attractive

Qualification Required & Experience

• First degree in Business Administration in Finance/Accounting/Management; or any similar field.
• A second degree in related field will be an added advantage
• Membership of relevant Professional Body; CA or ACCA is mandatory.

The person must have the following skills:

• Extensive knowledge in accounting, budgeting and treasury management.
• Advanced skills in computer applications.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Good stakeholder management skills.
• An understanding of the sectors in which GhIS operates.
• Be able to multi-task, meet deadlines and work independently.
• Be able to work as part of a team, even under stressful conditions.
• Results-oriented & highly commercially minded.

Experience

• Previous managerial position essential.
• At least five (5) years’ experience in finance and administration departments.
• At least two years in a supervisory position.
• Been part of business/market development, planning and analysis.
• Financial management.
• Stakeholder/management.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested candidates are to submit their application letter together with the following:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) including names and addresses of two (2) referees.
• Copies of certificates and relevant documents.
• The applications marked CONFIDENTIAL are to reach the address below not later than Fifteen (15) working days from the date of this publication:

The Honorary Secretary
Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS)
P.O.Box 916
Accra

Or personally delivered to:

GhlS Secretariat,
on Indian Ocean Street adjacent to Food and Drugs Authority,
North Legon, Shiashie-Accra.

Additionally, an electronic version should be forwarded to:

webchair@ghisonline.org

Closing Date: 27 August, 2018

Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

{Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA),Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,8 years,25 Jul-2018};

AGRIBUSINESS FINANCE SPECIALIST

Line Management: Reports to the National Value Chain Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

Lead and manage all efforts and activities under Component 1.2 (Rural Financial Services), with the aim of meeting all Programme targets relating to this component. These responsibilities include:

• Working closely with the Value Chain Manager in designing, overseeing the roll-out and evaluating the impact of financial institution incentive grants to buy down transaction costs and risks associated with agricultural finance;
• Facilitating and/or designing training and technical assistance activities for financial institutions to improve their ability to expand lending to agribusiness, including overseeing the work of financial sector training subcontractors;
• Working with the Value Chain Manager to design financial models to increase access to finance for agribusinesses.
• Facilitating, together with the Value Chain Manager the activities of selected agricultural finance consultants to provide financial services to agribusinesses to finance their operations
• Working with PFIs to access cheaper funds to support agricultural enterprises
• Assessing the performance of PFIs in the value chains of GASIP
• Managing and monitoring the project investment cycle to ensure appropriate performance by investees, and provide continuing strategic input and technical support;
• Supporting linkages with similar Government of Ghana and development partner projects to leverage these for additional impact;
• Build and maintain strategic linkages with a wide range of stakeholders including: government ministries, departments and agencies; banks, microfinance and other private sector financial service providers; businesses providing services to these; and NGOs and other organisations contributing to agricultural and rural financial sector development;
Ensuring that appropriate monitoring, evaluation and communication activities are being conducted on all aspects of the rural finance services work plan.

Qualification Required & Experience

Essential

• Master’s degree in either business administration, international finance, international development, agricultural economics, or related field;
• At least eight years of progressively responsible work experience in finance, preferably within the agricultural sector in Ghana
• Familiarity with funding related issues facing the development of the agricultural sector in Ghana;
• Have a good understanding of financing rural enterprises under donor funded projects;
• Strong financial analysis and risk management skills;

Desirable

• Capacity to operate effectively with Farmer-Based organisations
• Familiarity with the similar projects in Ghana with “matching grant” components
• Familiarity with local Business Advisory Groups

Duration

• The position will be on a contract basis for two (2) years with the possibility for extension depending on satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

To submit your application, click on the link below and complete all relevant fields on the online application form.

Click Here To Apply Online

Closing Date: 25 July, 2018

{Confidential,Accra,Full-Time,GH,Degree,5 years,28 May-2018};

Are you an exceptional performer who wants to be part of an exceptional organization?. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a high performing organization

Job Title: Corporate Planning Strategist

Duties and responsibilities

• Ensure that the execution of departmental objectives and work programmes are in alignment with corporate objectives, and that programmes are performed in a systematic and integrated manner
• Ensure a high level of integration and alignment across the entire operational value chain of the company to achieve its vision
• Conduct assessment of the company’s current strategy, what has been tried in the past and the outlook for the future (“Strategic Intent”).
• Coordinate and ensure that management approved time table for the corporate planning process is communicated to all relevant parties for coherent corporate delivery
• collaborate with other departments to formulate corporate strategy and guidelines for the next planning cycle for endorsement by senior executive and stakeholders as well as validating proposed project forecasts, expenditure and timelines
• Collaborate with other departments to develop strategies needed to achieve the company’s strategic mission
• Analyze and evaluate internal business plans. This involves financial forecasting, market analysis, and competitive intelligence analysis. This will include substantial focus on vendor relations, logistics, supply chain issues and geographic expansion

Qualification Required & Experience

• Master’s degree in Economics or Finance, along with at least 5 years of varied experience in corporate planning
• Relevant professional management certification or an Accounting/Finance certification (CIMA,ACCA,CA) will be an advantage
• A good first degree in Economics, Business Administration, Statistics, Engineering or equivalent plus 10 years corporate planning experience
• An equivalent combination of education and experience would be considered
• Proven experience in modelling in MS Excel, including using advanced formulas and VBA based development
• Demonstrated experience in the interpretation of financial statements and the use of financial data vendor products

Behavioural & Leadership Competencies

• Integrity, attention to detail, communication, confidentiality, ability to work well with others (Team Work)

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

All applications must be submitted electronically to:

hiring432@gmail.com

Closing Date: 28 May, 2018